There have been 64 safety recalls for the Volvo VNL. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Volvo VNL.
a fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2024 Volvo VNL, 2025 Volvo VNL, 2024 Volvo VNR, 2025 Volvo VNR |
| Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR |
| Recall Summary: volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2025 vnl and vnr vehicles. the steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2022 Volvo VAH, 2023 Volvo VAH, 2024 Volvo VAH, 2022 Volvo VHD, 2023 Volvo VHD, 2024 Volvo VHD, 2022 Volvo VNL, 2023 Volvo VNL, 2024 Volvo VNL, 2022 Volvo VNR, 2023 Volvo VNR, 2024 Volvo VNR |
| Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR |
| Recall Summary: volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 vnr, vnl, vhd, and vah trucks. the windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Volvo VAH, 2022 Volvo VAH, 2021 Volvo VHD, 2022 Volvo VHD, 2021 Volvo VNL, 2022 Volvo VNL, 2021 Volvo VNR, 2022 Volvo VNR |
| Component: WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER |
| Recall Summary: volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 vah, vdh, vnl, and vnr vehicles. the hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2022 Volvo VNL |
| Component: ENGINE |
| Recall Summary: volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022 vnl vehicles equipped with cummins x15 diesel engines. the capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
the loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Volvo VNL, 2021 Volvo VNL, 2020 Volvo VNR, 2021 Volvo VNR |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 vnl and vnr trucks. the steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
rapid tire air loss can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Volvo VHD, 2019 Volvo VNL |
| Component: TIRES |
| Recall Summary: volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain 2019 volvo vnl and vhd trucks, equipped with bridgestone m854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, bridgestone m860a tires with date code 2518, and bridgestone m864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65r22.5.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Volvo VNL, 2016 Volvo VNM |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo vnl and vnm trucks equipped with certain dana spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Volvo VNL, 2014 Volvo VNL, 2015 Volvo VNL, 2016 Volvo VNL, 2017 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNM, 2014 Volvo VNM, 2015 Volvo VNM, 2016 Volvo VNM, 2017 Volvo VNM, 2017 Volvo VNX |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 vnl and vnm trucks and certain model year 2017 vnx trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Overloaded front wheel hubs can result in premature failure of the hubs, bearings, and the related components, which can cause the front hub assembly to separate from the front axle. Because of this, the driver may lose control of the vehicle or parts may be dropped on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Volvo VHD, 2017 Volvo VNL, 2017 Volvo VNM |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 Volvo vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to June 21, 2016. The affected vehicles were built with front wheel hubs that cannot support the gross axle weight rating of the front axle. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNM |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 vnm and vnl trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to may 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 19, 2024 | Steering:gear Box:shaft Sector | 45 |
| Jul. 24, 2023 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor | 55,012 |
| Jun. 2, 2021 | Wheels:hubcap/cover | 1,050 |
| Feb. 11, 2021 | Engine | 2 |
| Apr. 29, 2020 | Steering | 23 |
| Nov. 15, 2018 | Tire | 103 |
| Aug. 29, 2017 | Steering | 470 |
| Dec. 22, 2016 | Air Brake | 5,547 |
| Dec. 22, 2016 | Suspension:front:hub | 16 |
| Jun. 27, 2016 | Steering | 129 |
| Jun. 1, 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel | 136 |
| Feb. 19, 2016 | Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint | 2,053 |
| Feb. 17, 2016 | Steering | 18,116 |
| Oct. 13, 2015 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 669 |
| Oct. 8, 2015 | Electrical System | 101 |
| Aug. 17, 2015 | Service Brakes | 2,854 |
| Jan. 22, 2015 | Parking Brake:driveline:hydraulic:actuator | 170 |
| Nov. 18, 2014 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 6,234 |
| Nov. 18, 2014 | Tire | 115 |
| Sep. 11, 2014 | Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper | 3,175 |
| Sep. 11, 2014 | Electrical System: Software | 46 |
| Jun. 20, 2014 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking | 1,025 |
| Mar. 24, 2014 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 426 |
| Nov. 29, 2013 | Seat Belt | 5,486 |
| Aug. 13, 2013 | Visibility/wiper | 17,824 |
| Aug. 9, 2013 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft | 381 |
| Jun. 26, 2013 | Power Train:clutch Assembly | 23,056 |
| Apr. 22, 2013 | Parking Brake:conventional:air | 701 |
| Mar. 21, 2013 | Electrical System:battery | 5,207 |
| Feb. 1, 2012 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve | 21,625 |
| Sep. 1, 2011 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 299 |
| May. 20, 2011 | Power Train:driveline | 341 |
| May. 3, 2011 | Service Brakes, Air:slack Adjusters | 2,765 |
| Jan. 24, 2011 | Electrical System:battery | 1,847 |
| Oct. 12, 2010 | Equipment:other:labels | 1,926 |
| Aug. 3, 2010 | Visibility:glass, Side/rear | 3,984 |
| Jun. 24, 2010 | Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection | 63,788 |
| Mar. 9, 2010 | Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls | 3,526 |
| May. 21, 2009 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor | 127,764 |
| Jan. 27, 2009 | Air Brake | 366 |
| Jan. 24, 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel | 798 |
| Dec. 14, 2007 | Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 104,845 |
| Nov. 19, 2007 | Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) | 2,054 |
| Oct. 23, 2007 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 6,519 |
| Sep. 10, 2007 | Structure:body:hood:hinge And Attachments | 956 |
| Aug. 7, 2007 | Diesel Fuel System | 677 |
| Jul. 24, 2007 | Steering | 9,102 |
| Mar. 16, 2007 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 84 |
| Oct. 11, 2006 | Power Train:driveline | 3,842 |
| Jan. 26, 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System | 33,102 |
| Nov. 2, 2005 | Wheel | 1,376 |
| Aug. 1, 2005 | Equipment:other:labels | 958 |
| Dec. 10, 2003 | Equipment:recreational Vehicle | 6,939 |
| Jul. 22, 2003 | Electrical System:wiring | 422 |
| May. 30, 2003 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 1,275 |
| May. 28, 2003 | Suspension:front | 433 |
| Feb. 6, 2003 | Visibility:glass, Side/rear | 2,435 |
| Sep. 9, 2002 | Exterior Lighting:tail Lights:switch | 5,532 |
| Apr. 11, 2002 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock | 208 |
| Feb. 11, 2002 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve | 1,814 |
| Jun. 18, 2001 | Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) | 598 |
| Aug. 22, 2000 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock | 18,362 |
| Oct. 26, 1999 | Tires:bead | 20 |
| Nov. 17, 1997 | Suspension:front:wheel Bearing | 923 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2025 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 2024 Volvo VNL | 2 |
| 2023 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 2022 Volvo VNL | 3 |
| 2021 Volvo VNL | 2 |
| 2020 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 2019 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 2017 Volvo VNL | 4 |
| 2016 Volvo VNL | 5 |
| 2015 Volvo VNL | 8 |
| 2014 Volvo VNL | 12 |
| 2013 Volvo VNL | 14 |
| 2012 Volvo VNL | 14 |
| 2011 Volvo VNL | 12 |
| 2010 Volvo VNL | 4 |
| 2009 Volvo VNL | 4 |
| 2008 Volvo VNL | 12 |
| 2007 Volvo VNL | 9 |
| 2006 Volvo VNL | 7 |
| 2005 Volvo VNL | 6 |
| 2004 Volvo VNL | 6 |
| 2003 Volvo VNL | 9 |
| 2002 Volvo VNL | 7 |
| 2001 Volvo VNL | 8 |
| 2000 Volvo VNL | 4 |
| 1999 Volvo VNL | 5 |
| 1998 Volvo VNL | 5 |
| 1997 Volvo VNL | 4 |
| 1996 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 1995 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 1994 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 1993 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 1992 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 1991 Volvo VNL | 1 |
| 1990 Volvo VNL | 1 |